Today I'm talking about cortisol because it gets blamed for everything… belly fat, stress, poor sleep, even cravings for salty snacks. But here's the deal—not everything you've heard about cortisol is true.

In this episode, I’m busting 3 of the biggest myths and teasing what you can expect from our brand-new 5-Day CORTISOL RESET. Because guess what? You’re not doomed by your stress hormones. You just need to know how to work with them—not against them.

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Today we’re talking about menopausal weight gain — what’s actually happening in your body, why it matters for your weight, your mood, and your health, and what you can DO about it. And yes, we’ll bust a few menopause myths along the way.

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Have you ever found yourself elbow-deep in a bag of chips and thought, “Wait, am I even hungry?” Or maybe you’ve tried to “be good” all day, only to eat your feelings the moment stress hits?

You're not broken—you're human. But understanding why we reach for food when we're not physically hungry is the first step to breaking the cycle.

That’s why I’ve invited a special guest—a health psychologist who specializes in emotional eating. We’re going to talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes when food becomes comfort, distraction, or reward... and how to gently shift those patterns without shame or restriction.

This conversation is going to hit home in the best way.

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Are you drinking enough water? Before you say yes, let me hit you with a fact that blew my mind: The average American drinks nearly 40 gallons of soda per year, but less than half of what experts recommend in plain water. 🤯 And dehydration—even mild—can tank your energy, your mood, and yes, your fat loss progress. Today on Fat Loss School, we’re diving into Hydration 101—how much water you really need, why it’s a non-negotiable part of fat loss, and how to make it way more enjoyable with a few of my favorite supplements.

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Do you feel like you are doing everything right - like eating very little and exercising - but your weight won’t budge? I have been there! I was a runner adding more & more miles to my routine but the scale was going in the wrong direction! It turns out I was likely under-fueled and over-exercising…so my body was stubbornly holding onto fat instead of releasing it to burn for fuel. Here’s my story that changed everything nearly 8 years ago!

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Today I want to give you a behind-the-scenes peek at what a FASTer Way day actually looks like.

Because let’s be real—when people hear “intermittent fasting” or “strength training” or “macro tracking,” they sometimes picture a life that’s rigid, intense, time-consuming… and maybe even miserable.

That’s not what we do here.

The truth is, the FASTer Way lifestyle is super flexible, fits into your life whether you're retired or running a company, and takes up way less time than you think.

So today I’m introducing you to three fictional clients—each with different lifestyles—so you can see just how manageable and customizable this really is.

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Today on Fat Loss School I chat with a fabulous plus-size career fashion consultant. Gayla Bentley will share how to embrace your unique style while navigating your fat loss journey. Whether you're hitting the gym or glam-ing it up for a night out, this episode will empower you to look good and feel great—no matter your size. Tune in and get ready to rock your "weigh" down the path to health!

Gayla Bentley’s contact info:

Her website: gaylabentley.org

Her book Fashion’s Stepsister/A Journey to Style: https://amzn.to/4lrcpKQ

The referenced black sneaker: https://amzn.to/4eWZ4rl

Her email: gayla0143@gmail.com

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July isn’t just any month, it’s my birthday month —🎉 and this is my birthday episode because I’m turning 59 Sunday.

I'm sharing the best gift I could ever give myself: a strong, lean body and a confident mindset heading into the final year of my 50s.

I’m not saying that to brag. I’m saying it because for most of my adult life, I didn’t feel this way. And I want to help you age in a healthier way, too - both with your weight, energy, and size plus a healthy mindset!

CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways:

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